Albirex Niigata vs Nagoya Grampus - J-League
Fixture Preview - 23 September 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
Albirex Niigata will host Nagoya Grampus at the Denka Big Swan Stadium on 23 September, with both teams struggling for form. Albirex comes into the match with just one point from their last five outings, while Nagoya has yet to find a win in their last five matches, resulting in a tense atmosphere as both sides seek to reverse their fortunes. Historically, Albirex has had the upper hand in their recent encounters, winning six of the last ten meetings, which could provide them with a psychological edge. One key angle to consider is the defensive frailties of both teams. Albirex has conceded in four of their last five matches, while Nagoya’s defence has also been leaky, failing to keep a clean sheet in their last five games. This trend suggests that both teams may struggle to maintain solidity at the back, making a bet on both teams to score (BTTS) a compelling option. With the stakes high for both sides, expect an intense clash where goals could be on the agenda.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 |  Shimizu S-Pulse | 27 | 8 | 8 | 11 | 32 |
| 14 |  Tokyo Verdy | 27 | 8 | 7 | 12 | 31 |
| 15 |  FC Tokyo | 26 | 8 | 6 | 12 | 30 |
| 16 |  Nagoya Grampus | 27 | 7 | 7 | 13 | 28 |
| 17 |  Yokohama F. Marinos | 27 | 6 | 7 | 14 | 25 |
| 18 |  Shonan Bellmare | 27 | 6 | 7 | 14 | 25 |
| 19 |  Yokohama | 27 | 6 | 4 | 17 | 22 |
| 20 |  Albirex Niigata | 27 | 4 | 8 | 15 | 20 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 31, 2025 | Nagoya Grampus | 3–0 | Albirex Niigata | J-League |
| September 18, 2024 | Nagoya Grampus | 3–0 | Albirex Niigata | J-League |
| March 9, 2024 | Albirex Niigata | 1–0 | Nagoya Grampus | J-League |
| August 5, 2023 | Nagoya Grampus | 1–0 | Albirex Niigata | J-League |
| April 1, 2023 | Albirex Niigata | 1–3 | Nagoya Grampus | J-League |
| September 10, 2016 | Albirex Niigata | 0–1 | Nagoya Grampus | J-League |
| April 24, 2016 | Nagoya Grampus | 2–1 | Albirex Niigata | J-League |
| October 24, 2015 | Nagoya Grampus | 4–2 | Albirex Niigata | J-League |
| June 7, 2015 | Albirex Niigata | 1–1 | Nagoya Grampus | J-League |
| September 27, 2014 | Nagoya Grampus | 0–1 | Albirex Niigata | J-League |